I woke up yesterday to an email from Alaska Air - my preferred airline - that made me go "wtf?!" It seems they've taking a page out of retail's playbook (I'm looking at you, Best Buy), and starting a BS subscription service. Yup, Alaska Air launches a discount membership program, that I think is stupid … [Read more...] about Ugh: Alaska Air Launches a Discount Membership
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
JetBlue is Retrenching
After its failed attempt to acquire Spirit, for which it gave up on its Northeast Alliance with American, JetBlue is retrenching in an effort to stop the bleeding. While it may not seem like it, this can have an impact on Hawaii travelers, as JetBlue is a major Hawaiian codeshare partner. For now. … [Read more...] about JetBlue is Retrenching
Mokulele Seeks Subsidies for Lanai Service
Mokulele hasn't been doing all that well lately. It's struggling to maintain any semblance of reliability and profitability. So news that Mokulele seeks subsidies for Lanai service should come as no surprise, then. … [Read more...] about Mokulele Seeks Subsidies for Lanai Service
Bilt Traded One Oneworld Partner for Another
Last week was a bit of a ride for fans of Bilt. The long story short version of what happens is that Bilt traded one Oneworld partner for another, though there was a few days between the two separate announcements. … [Read more...] about Bilt Traded One Oneworld Partner for Another
Chase Freedom Q2 2024 Bonus Categories
Chase started us off strong this year with grocery stores, fitness clubs/gyms, and self-care in Q1. The next set appears to be equally strong, but with an interesting twist. Let's discuss the Chase Freedom Q2 2024 bonus categories. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q2 2024 Bonus Categories
Hyatt-SLH Drop Dead Date is May 15
In early February, I reported that the Small Luxury Hotel of The World would be ending its relationship with Hyatt. At the time, no dates were given. However, we now know that the Hyatt-SLH drop dead date is May 15, 2024. … [Read more...] about Hyatt-SLH Drop Dead Date is May 15